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Why I’m Sort of Excited {and a fantastic nature study resource}

I’m sort of excited, because one of my very favorite nature bloggers has invited me to contribute to her monthly newsletter.

The Long Way Home: God’s Provisions in the Midst of Disaster

This is the story of how a major mistake (mine) led to an opportunity for blessing, through the budding faith of my seven-year-old son.

Why She Gave Up on Being the Perfect Mom

I love this recent post from Crystal (aka Money Saving Mom). She’s kind of one of my blogging heroes–I have great admiration for her priorities and balancing act as a homeschooling, blogging, frugal mother of small children. I hope her message* encourages you as much as it did me… For years, I had visions of…

Exploring Nature with Kids: Take-Along Guides

Have you seen this series of nature guides for kids? We absolutely love them at our house. These Take-Along Guides are not incredibly comprehensive, but they’re just right for young, budding naturalists. They’re a bit too large to tote along on nature explorations (we love these pocket guides for that), but we use them often…

5 Best Things About Used Books

Old, used books are one of my very favorite things in life. Seriously. I could get lost for hours in a used book shop. In fact, I hope do just that on our Anniversary Trip to London–I’m really hoping to score some great old English titles. What’s so great about old books? Well, I’m…

8 Great Ideas for Fall Nature Walks

Fall is the absolute best time for nature walks, in my humble opinion. Here are 8 easy ideas for outdoor explorations with kids, with free printables.

Exploring Nature with Kids: Fall Wildflowers

We love to study wildflowers, especially local varieties. Over the past few years, we’ve slowly learned to identify several common wildflowers from each season. It’s so fun to be driving along, and hear one of the boys exclaim “I see some chicory!” Or “Look at the yellow rocket!”

Exploring Nature with Kids: Fall Leaves

Today I’m sharing three simple ways to get outside and enjoy the fall leaves…with kids. Fall is such a perfect time to head outdoors with—or without—the kids. It’s my favorite time of the year for family nature walks! The temperatures are just right and the leaves are starting to put on a pretty amazing display. And those brightly…

Changing of the Guards: Our Rotating Book Display

Well, it’s a new month and almost a new season. We’ve also got a birthday in a few days. [Older Brother will be 7–I can hardly believe it!] At the Yankee Homestead, all of this adds up to: A New Book Display. Several new book displays, actually.

Year Round Nature Activity for Kids: Raising Butterflies

Raising butterflies is a perfect nature activity for young children–it’s fairly easy to do, and gives everyone a firsthand look at a butterfly’s life cycle. Reading excellent books on the topic makes the experience even more delightful. Want to give it a shot? Read on for our favorite butterfly-raising resources. Also check out this…